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Thomas J Major
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Biography
Thomas Major is a dynamic attorney dedicated to representing clients across a range of practice areas. He maintains practices in real estate law and landlord representation -- counseling clients in the multi-family and investment property industry. His advocacy is backed by extensive experience in all phases of litigation including the appellate level. With his skills as a first chair trial attorney, Mr. Major’s advocacy is marked by clarity and efficiency. His clients rely on his pragmatic and return-driven advice to protect and enhance their success.
Mr. Major is also an invited speaker and faculty on real estate and landlord-tenant subjects. These courses include:
- Real Estate Transactions and the New Jersey Consumer Fraud Act
- NJ Landlord-Tenant Practice
- NJ Landlord-Tenant Law for Real Estate Investors and Their Attorneys
On a personal note:
I enjoy my work because I thrive on helping businesses operate, creators create, and individuals live. With every client and case, I encounter new people from all walks of life. It's true that dispute resolution can be tough. But, the promises of removing uncertainty and bringing stability are well worth it.
The only problems I can't resolve come from my dog, Benny. His litigation strategy is to tantrum until he gets what he wants. I'm sad to say that, to date, he's prevailed in every case. I'm currently working on getting more couch space. Negotiations continue....
Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
Landlord or Tenant
50%
14 years
Litigation
50%
14 years
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Licensed in New York for 14 years
State: New York
Acquired: 2012
No misconduct found
Licensed in New Jersey for 14 years
State: New Jersey
Acquired: 2011
No misconduct found
Location
Offit Kurman
99 Wood Ave., South, Suite 302, Iselin, NJ, 08830
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Showing 1 - 5 of 19 reviews | Lawsuits & Disputes
Posted by Jared | July 01, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
An Absolute Beast
I am a landlord in NJ, However, this is not my main income. I own a luxury condo and I rent it out. I hired Tom to represent me in a tenant/landlord case. Tom was very professional right from the beginning of our relationship. One of Tom’s best qualities I noticed was his ability to thi...
Posted by Rachel | July 19, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Great Attorney
Thomas represented me in a landlord/tenant dispute. My landlord was attempting to wrongfully evict me from my apartment because he wanted to remodel the unit to raise the rent to pay for increasing property taxes. Thomas swiftly started to file actions against him, etc. In the end, it was settled out...
Posted by Paul | May 15, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Outstanding!
There is no better word for Thomas than OUTSTANDING! Intelligent, knowledgeable, funny (not really a lawyer trait, but it eased the process). I had an issue with someone walking away from a 3 year lease after 1 year. Tom was able to track him down, found out everything about him, deftly tussled with ...
Posted by Wiston | December 15, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Great Service - Quick Response
I want to thank Thomas for his great service in my case of settlement. He was very professional and responsive and I am very satisfied with the result of my case. I highly recommend Thomas to anybody
Posted by Parika | December 06, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Highly recommend.
Tom is very professional, smart and efficient lawyer who was a delight to work with. We filed and resolved our case soon and out of court with his help. Highly recommend him.
Thomas J Major's Lawyer Endorsements
"Mr. Major is a highly capable attorney committed to providing clients experienced, knowledgeable and aggressive representation. I endorse him without reservation."
"Based on his responses on Avvo and having read (and referred to) his guide on NJ rent control, I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have had the pleasure to work with Tom on several matters. Tom is an exceptional and diligent lawyer. He is very devoted to his clients and he fights tirelessly for them. I highly recommend him. Top Notch."
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"I endorse this lawyer. Tom is a dedicated lawyer and an excellent advocate for this clients. I highly recommend him."
"Tom is a bright fast-thinking young lawyer who has tremendous ability to quickly get to the heart of the matter and position his client accordingly. I recommend Tom for general commercial litigation and of course for Landlord/Tenant work."
"Mr. Major has been generous with his time in answering questions on Avvo. I have reviewed a number of Mr. Major's answers to landlord and tenant questions. He is an experienced and able attorney. I endorse Mr. Major."
"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."
"His expertise and dedication in Landlord/Tenant is unmatched."
"I endorse this lawyer. Thomas is a knowledgeable, skilled, and dedicated attorney that I highly recommend."
"Mr. Major is a knowledgeable and competent attorney. You would be well served by retaining his services. I endorse this lawyer."
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Experience
Honors
2019
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2015
Landlord Tenant Top Contributor Award, Avvo
2015
Landlord Tenant Client's Choice Award, Avvo
2015
Litigation Client's Choice Award, Avvo
2011
Land Use Law Award, American Bar Association
Work Experience
2019 - Present
Principal, Offit Kurman
2011 - 2019
Attorney-Owner, The Major Law Firm
Associations
2019 - Present
American Battlefield TrustMember
2015 - 2018
Vincent J. Apruzzese Mock Trial CompetitionMock Trial Judge
Sample of Legal Cases
Rampersaud v. Hollingsworth, A-2897-16T1
Prevailed on Appeal in Published Opinion
845 Bergen Avenue v. Yang t/a Marcel Cleaners, A-1234-13T1
Represented Commercial Tenant: Landlord's Appeal Dismissed.
Adams v. Morales, HUD-DC-5751-15
Represented Landlord- Tenant's civil suit dismissed.
Via Vico LLC v. Sanka, HUD-LT-6286-15
Represented Tenant- Landlord's case dismissed.
Charalaivan v. Olivieri, HUD-LT-16132-14
Represented Landlord- Judgement for Possession, Execution of Warrant of Removal (Eviction)
Boyce v., Mojica et. al., HUD-DC-9599-13
Represented Tenant- Judgement against Landlord
Numerous L/T Trials (Eviction)
Judgment for Possession (and corresponding lockout), Dismissal or Settlement.
Education
2011
Rutgers University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
Speaking Engagements
2021
PLI CLE Marathon 2021
NJ Landlord-Tenant Law
2020
Vincent J. Apruzzese Mock Trial Competition
Mock Trial Judge
2020
Continuing Legal Education
The Basics of Rent Control in NJ
2019
Lawline.com Continuing Legal Education
New Jersey Court Rules After the 2018 Amendments
2019
Lawline.com Continuing Legal Education
Real Estate Transactions and the New Jersey Consumer Fraud Act
2018
Vincent J. Apruzzese Mock Trial Competition
Mock Trial Judge
2018
Updater, Inc., Lunch & Learn
The What, How and Who of Real Estate
2018
Lawline.com Continuing Legal Education
NJ Landlord-Tenant Law for Real Estate Investors and Their Attorneys
2018
Lawline.com Continue Legal Education
Two Sides, One Coin: A Beyond-the-Basics Discussion of New Jersey Landlord-Tenant Law
2017
Lawline.com Continuing Legal Education
NJ Landlord-Tenant Practice
2016
Vincent J. Apruzzese Mock Trial Competition
Mock Trial Judge
2015
Vincent J. Apruzzese Mock Trial Competition
Mock Trial Judge
Publications
2020
Lexis Practice Advisor
Residential Eviction for Nonpayment, New Jersey
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Legal Blog
NY/NJ Consumer Law Blog
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
Can I get a hardship extension on a commercial lease and how long is the current backlog in Bergen County NJ courts?
05 Nov 2021
Q&A
Would an attorney ever take a landlord/tenant dispute case ever on Contingency ???
08 Mar 2016
Q&A
When A Defendant Doesn't Answer A Complaint On Time, Does The Plaintiff Have Sufficent Grounds For A Default Judgement?
07 Mar 2014
Legal Guides
Legal Guide
The Basics of a NJ Nonpayment of Rent Case
16 Feb 2014
Legal Guide
The Clock is Ticking: Rent Control Statutes of Limitations & Repose
04 Mar 2013
Legal Guide
The Basics of Jersey City (NJ) Rent Control
22 Jan 2013